The Brvtalist Premieres: Damon Raum - Pursuit (Antibody Label)

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere a new track from Raum. “Pursuit” comes off the Tantale EP which is the inaugural release of the recently launched Antibody Label. Born in the rain-soaked, post industrial landscapes of Southern Belgium, the tracks are both brvtal and cerebral, being informed by techno, rave and left field electronics. Today host “Pursuit”, which is a thrilling track of industrial grooves with a cinematic narrative.

The release is out December 4th on digital format and a limited USB which contains the EP. Get yours now on Bandcamp.

-JRS

The Brvtalist Premieres: Biproduct - Captive (Official Video)

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere the music video for "Captive" by Biproduct, a collaboration between producer Jason Tucker and visual artist Tyler Hallett. The duo abuse an array of analog and digital hardware to conjure a subversive industrial atmosphere, hard techno grooves, and avant-garde visual processing. Captive, their first single is a driving, raw, rhythmic noise techno track set to complementary dystopian visuals.

The track comes off the upcoming release on FAKTOR, a new audio-visual collective from Brooklyn, NY formed by long-time musicians, collaborators, and friends, David Castillo and AJ Annunziata. With FAKTOR, the duo aim to create a global network of up and coming artists engaged in the convergence of electronic and heavy music. Curated by Castillo and Designed by Annunziata, FAKTOR will be rolling out releases in aseasonal format through a steady diet of tracks, merch, visuals, remixes, editorial and parties.Their inaugural Winter 20/21 season will consist of singles from Biproduct, Annunziata, Confines and Octonomy. FAKTOR is a new place in the musical landscape where the hybrid is celebrated and community flourishes.

The release is out on December 4th on Bandcamp: https://faktormusic.bandcamp.com/

-Melanie Havens

Dahlia - Hypnagogic Self Esteem (Khemia)

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere a new track from Dahlia. After releasing excellent material on labels like Maison Close, the young French artist now lands on London’s Khemia for a huge full length release, Tales Of A Biased Reality. Weaving melancholic vocals through a phantasmagoric idyll, musings, dreams and neurosis inform the tracks which create an immersive universe fueled by science-fiction and the bittersweet truth of our own world. Today we premiere “Hypnagogic Self Esteem”, which put’s Dahlia’s lightspeed techno and vocal prowess on full display.

The album is out December 4th and you can get yours on Bandcamp.

-JRS

Pablo Bozzi - Paradise Lost (Grey Area)

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere "Paradise Lost" by Pablo Bozzi. Marking 5 years of Grey Area, the agency presents their first compilation, bringing together a collection of original works from across the roster.The compilation was conceived during a time of social reckoning, a year of fuckery, post-truth, alternative facts - A Post Injecting Bleach World.

The range of sound draws from the sonic aesthetics of the roster, from Electronic Post-Punk, EBM, Electro Industrial and Italo Body Music on the A side, to Industrial Techno, Noise and Rave cuts on the B side. 9 tracks of ice-cold electronics for a planet in pain.

100% of profits from sales of the release will be donated, split equally between two organisations:

The Bail Project - NYC-based non-profit organisation combating mass incarceration in the US through providing bail for those who are in need and awaiting trial. More info: bailproject.org

RAICES - San Antonio-based non-profit organisation providing free and low cost legal representation for immigrants and refugees at the US' Southern border. More info: www.raicestexas.org

The release is out December 4th on a limited run of cassettes + digital via Bandcamp.

-Melanie Havens

The Brvtalist Premieres: Pouch Envy - Sanjin (A003)

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere the track "Sanjin" by Pouch Envy. His productions are hard-hitting and straightforward club tunes marked by his meditative touch. They strike a refined balance between the sexy and the thought-provoking while displaying his professional grasp on contemporary production techniques.

North American Amusement is Pouch Envy's debut EP, the first installment of his conceptual take on club and rave culture. Three original tracks inspired by New York’s rising rave scene and the sensation that lingers in your body after returning home from the club. A distinct state of consciousness in which most of the tracks on this EP were produced.

Barcelona platform Abundance is focused on championing local talent. For this reason, they have chosen three Barcelona based remixers for this release.

The release is out digitally December 4th on Bandcamp.

-Melanie Havens

The Brvtalist Premieres: SNTS - Bacchanalia

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere a new track from SNTS. “Bacchanalia” comes off the masked artist’s third full length album, The Unfinished Fight Against Humanity. Following up on 2015’s The Rustling Of The Leaves and 2016’s Losing Sight, one of techno’s most mystifying figures returns with perhaps his most powerful work to date. These 10 tracks draw from references both past and present while also contemplating the effect our actions have on our existence. Much like the current era, we are thrust into chaos and destruction, while clinging to hope and optimism. From the ominous introduction of “An Era Of Absurdity” to the crushing sound of “Empathy over Indifference”, this is perfect soundtrack to a world on fire.

The album is out on 2x12” and digital formats and you can pre-order yours now on Bandcamp.

-JRS

Ryuji Takeuchi - Inner Justice (PH002)

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere "Inner Justice" by Ryuji Takeuchi. Berlin’s PURE HATE delivers one more release for 2020 from Osaka’s Ryuji Takeuchi presenting his "Essentials EP", which comes in the form of 3 original tracks with a remix from D. Carbone. Renowned for his driving, hypnotic, atmospheric, raw, emotional interpretation of Techno Ryuji has released on some key labels over the years including Inner Surface Music, LK Rec, Arms, Clan Destine Records, Infidel Bodies, Instruments Of Discipline, 3TH Records, Carbone Records, Depth. Request and his own LSN & Hue Helix imprints.

The release is out 14th December digitally + vinyl on Bandcamp.

-Melanie Havens

Agency666 - Interlude666 (Electricity Is Humming Remix)

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere a new track from Agency666. “Interlude666 (Electricity Is Humming Remix)” comes off the huge new release, Fear Of The Unknown Remixes, a follow up to the artists debut album of the same name which came out in March earlier this year on Psychocharmant Records. For the remix album, Agency666 invited some of his favorite and most inspiring producers to reinterpret their visions of the tracks. Remixers include VTSS, PTU, Toh Imago, Camilla Sparksss, Can Bora Tanzer, Psychocharmant, and Electricity Is Humming. Each one brings something unique to the compositions and today we are thrilled to present the Electricity Is Humming remix of “Interlude666” which takes us on a hypnotic journey through the most diabolical depths of techno and beyond.

The full release is out December 7th on digital format. For more visit Bandcamp.

-JRS

Ahraam - Human, All Too Human (ABRX)

For the the past year, South Korean imprint ABRX has explored material which exists at the intersection of cinema and electronics. The latest release from the label expands on this concept even further with the debut studio album from Ahraam. Human, All Too Human is 10 tracks of dramatic, multi-textured compositions which weave in and out of genres, moods and atmospheres for a rich sensory experience. The track titles recall famous cultural works and Ahraam masterfully transports the listener into the song’s environments. Today we host, “Unchained”, which is one of our favorites of the album and a rhythmic episode of industrial flares and guitar feedback which makes for a epic journey.

Human, All Too Human is out now on 3x12” vinyl and digital. Get yours on Bandcamp.

-JRS

Vū+PRVNTK - Rapture (VūMantra Records)

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere a new track from Vū+PRVNTK. “Rapture” comes off the new album Lucubra (VūMantra Records), an 8 track release which showcases the duo’s powerful, ritualistic sound. The album contains for originals + 4 remixes from Nastika (Pact Infernal - Horo), Yøkaï, Ezaüf and Fangarm. techno drum machines clash against disrupted voices and percussion that are played live in order to keep the shamanic vibes. Vince Gagliardi (a.k.a. Vū) is a 3D artist and music producer. He is the founder of the label VūMantra Records, artistic director of the collective Modern Bön and creator of the audiovisual project The Nent (Cyclic Law), well-known for its impactful A/V live performances. Francesco Provenzano, aka PRVNTK, is a BMG music publishing songwriter and composer, as well as an artist and performer. He collaborated, as a producer, with Berlin studios such as Mesanic/Bewake studios, and shared the same stage with artists like Black Tiger Sex Machine.

Today we are excited to host “Rapture”, which is a heavy, slow burning work of hypnotic industrial rituals. Lucubra is out November 27th and you can pick it up on Bandcamp.

-JRS

Music Production by Vū+PRVNTK
Remixes by Nastika,Yøkaï, Ezaüf, Fangarm
Mixing/Mastering by PRVNTK
Artwork by Coito Negato

3D animation/Cover design by Vince Gagliardi